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2. Kigezi breed

This has origins from the highlands of Kabale and Bundibugyo

districts. It has a small compact, short legged body.

3. The Small East African goat

Kept for meat, the Small East African goat grows slowly, has a

heavy-set conformation and is resistant to a number of diseas-

es. Their hides give a good quality leather.

4. Sudanese Dwarf goat

Found in the Acholi and Karamoja regions, these goats are

much smaller than the Small East African goats.

5. Karamoja goat

This breed is adapted from the Karamoja region. It is suitable

for the arid areas of Kotido, Moroto, Abim and Nakasongola

districts. It is a short-haired, mainly white breed. It is a relative

of the Galla goats’ breed of Kenya.

6. Sebei goat

This is suitable for the highland areas of Mt Elgon in Kapchor-

wa and southwestern Uganda. It can withstand lower temper-

atures.

7. The Toggenburg goat

This is named after a region in Switzerland where the breed

originated. It is medium-sized, moderate in production, and

has relatively low butterfat content